Learning Support Assistant (Personal Care)
Job Ref No. ECC5402-694 | Position Type: Teaching/Child Support | Pay Range: Support Staff PayScale, Band 2 (Point 14-16)
Position Start Date: Immediate | Contract Type: Part-time | Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 18/06/2026 | Midday | Date of Interviews: Week commencing 22 June 2026
We are seeking to appoint a part time Learning Support Assistant (Personal Care) to start as soon as possible on a permanent basis. The post offers an excellent opportunity to work in a strong SEND department in our highly successful academy which holds a good Ofsted status.
The core purpose of the role is to support the progress, learning, achievement and wellbeing of SEND students in line with the National Curriculum, codes of practice and academy policies and procedures.
Personal Qualities
The successful applicant should have qualifications in Maths and English at minimum C grade GCSE or equivalent Level 2 qualification. It is desirable that the applicant has further relevant qualifications e.g. TA qualification, qualification in child care or A levels/Level 3 qualifications.
Applicants should be hardworking, enthusiastic and have a high level of commitment and ability to focus on fostering the teaching and learning and personal development of Year 7 to 13 students.
Responsibilities of the Post Holder
Responsibilities of the post holder will be in accordance with the Learning Support Assistant (Personal Care) job description.
Benefits
- A highly supportive and friendly working environment
- Opportunities for financial training, development and accreditation
- 24/7 Free Employee Assistance Programme (offering individual support, information and advice including financial, legal and home-life and work‑related issues)
- CPD opportunities and internal promotion
- Up to 25% gym membership discount
- Essex Working Well Wellbeing Service (health and wellbeing support and guidance)
- Access to workplace health champions
- Access to mental health first aiders
Remuneration and Working Time
The hours of work required for the role are 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.30am to 3.10pm, term time only.
Annual salary for a Learning Support Assistant will be in accordance with the academy local government pay scale, which for a full time post currently involves a salary of up to £24,520 salary pro‑rata (Band 2 Point 14‑16 2025/26 pay awards), however, actual salary offered will be £16,103 salary, pro‑rata equivalent of point 14 including an allowance for holiday pay.
Equality, Diversity and Safeguarding
The Plume Academy welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups. Appointment is subject to satisfactory references, medical clearance, an enhanced DBS check and immigration checks.
Closing Date: Thursday 18 June 2026 at 12:00 midday
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